Barack Obama actually said...

"I remain hopeful that our two countries can move beyond tension."

"The United States prefers to resolve this matter peacefully, diplomatically."

"My top priority as President is doing everything we need to do to make sure that we're growing our economy and that we're strengthening our middle class."

"We can support scientists who are designing new engines that are more energy efficient, developing cheaper batteries that go farther on a single charge."